WHO launched Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance guidelines, 10th edition

This compendium stands as one of several WHO initiatives aimed at bolstering quality assurance and facilitating access to medicines

The 10th edition of the Compendium of Guidelines and Related Materials for Quality Assurance of Pharmaceuticals serves as a vital resource for the global healthcare community, aimed at fortifying pharmaceutical standards on a worldwide scale. Tailored for national regulatory authorities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, healthcare professionals, and procurement agencies, this compendium plays a crucial role in upholding universally accepted standards of good manufacturing practices (GMP) and inspections. Comprising forty-six guidelines, including eight new and ten revised ones, it offers a comprehensive framework for enhancing regulatory systems and international standards for pharmaceutical quality assurance.

Recent alerts concerning contaminated paediatric syrup medicines underscore the pressing need for reinforced measures in pharmaceutical manufacturing, urging Member States to enforce these international standards to safeguard public health. Adhering to globally recognized standards facilitates local and regional production of medicines, ensuring the quality and safety of medicines in international circulation. In the broader context of global healthcare, the 10th edition of the WHO Quality Assurance of Pharmaceuticals compendium, volume 2, signifies a commitment to guaranteeing the quality, safety, and efficacy of pharmaceuticals worldwide. This compendium stands as one of several WHO initiatives aimed at bolstering quality assurance and facilitating access to medicines. With its wealth of guidelines and materials, it serves as a cornerstone for promoting best practices and ensuring the integrity of pharmaceuticals across borders.